1. Attachments are working again! Check out this thread for more details and to report any other bugs.

What should i take into account when buying a used batter 05 prius

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Delacerda.diegofelipe, Aug 31, 2015.

  1. Delacerda.diegofelipe

    Delacerda.diegofelipe New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 29, 2015
    7
    0
    0
    Location:
    san francisco
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    Two
    hello prius people. I am a self sufficient college student with very limited funds. i bought a 2005 toyota prius about 3 months ago at 65,000 miles and have put 15k on it so its at 80,000 miles now. just recently my cars emergency hazard turned on on my dash. i took it to midas for an oil change and to get all the codes read to me.

    the codes read as follows: ( P300 BATTERY CONTROL) (B2799 IMMOBILISER MALFUNCTION) (p080 REPLACE HYBRID BATTERY PACK) (c1241 Low Battery Positive) (B2775 INTERIOR VEVITICATION)
    (B1421 SOLAR SENSOR)

    i started another thread and was told i need to replace the main battery first and foremost.
    i found a few used ones online for around 700 without the replacement included. i would really appreciate any feedback or guidelines i could follow when buying a battery. my car maxes out at about 20 mph and im not comfertable driving it unless absolutely neccesary. also does the battery have to be from the same year as my car (I.e a 2007 battery for my 2005 prius would work?)

    thank you anyone who can help i super appreciate it
     
    #1 Delacerda.diegofelipe, Aug 31, 2015
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

    Joined:
    May 11, 2005
    110,156
    50,059
    0
    Location:
    boston
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius Plug-in
    Model:
    Plug-in Base
    warranty my friend, reliability of the seller and ease of returning it for another. any year from '04 to '09 is fine. i think there is even a way to use gen III modules. (2010-2015)

    have you tested the 12 volt battery?
     
    #2 bisco, Aug 31, 2015
  3. kinglew

    kinglew Member

    Joined:
    Sep 4, 2014
    318
    49
    0
    Location:
    ny
    Vehicle:
    2020 Prius Prime
    Model:
    XLE
    Battery out of warranty time factor
     
    #3 kinglew, Aug 31, 2015
  4. kinglew

    kinglew Member

    Joined:
    Sep 4, 2014
    318
    49
    0
    Location:
    ny
    Vehicle:
    2020 Prius Prime
    Model:
    XLE
    Check 12 volt baattery may be cause some of the codes
     
    #4 kinglew, Aug 31, 2015
  5. dat2109

    dat2109 Junior Member

    Joined:
    Jan 30, 2015
    26
    17
    0
    Location:
    Carolinas
    Vehicle:
    2006 Prius
    Model:
    II
    You can use any battery pack from the 2004 - 2009 generation 2 Prius.


    You will need to ask yourself how long you plan to own the car. Unless the used one you are buying has been recently replaced with new modules, its not likely to be a long term fix. If you are only looking for a few months or so it might be the right solution for you, make sure you have the warranty for those few months. My understanding is many people dont make it out of warranty before problems strike again if the modules are older.
     
    #5 dat2109, Aug 31, 2015
    Delacerda.diegofelipe likes this.
  6. borrowedcarbon

    borrowedcarbon Junior Member

    Joined:
    Aug 13, 2015
    16
    23
    0
    Location:
    Canada
    Vehicle:
    2017 Prius
    Model:
    Base
    I agree that you should test then probably replace the 12V battery. Then see what codes are left.

    Check out Toyota Prius: How to Check the 12v Auxiliary Battery Health - PriusDIY.com

    For the HV battery I'd go a place like Battery4Prius.com in the SF area and they'll give you a warranty with a refurbished battery. It's about $1100 - but this is one of those expensive problems to fix.
     
    #6 borrowedcarbon, Aug 31, 2015
    Delacerda.diegofelipe likes this.
  7. daisy555

    daisy555 Senior Member

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2015
    1,406
    588
    0
    Location:
    CT
    Vehicle:
    2009 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    First thing to do before buying a battery:

    Sorry I can't see where you are from while on my phone.

    By any slim chance are you in a CA carb state that adopted laws in 2004?

    Was car originally purchased in a CARB state?

    Slim chance car was originally purchased in last few months of 2005 but worth a chance looking into it. I know someone who just had 2006 hybrid battery replaced under warranty in CT despite law not taking effect until 2008

    Darn...such low miles on your 2005. Hope you can find good, inexpensive replacement.
     
    #7 daisy555, Aug 31, 2015
    Last edited: Aug 31, 2015
    Delacerda.diegofelipe likes this.
  8. kenoarto

    kenoarto Senior Member

    Joined:
    Feb 7, 2006
    1,416
    398
    0
    Location:
    Chicago, IL
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    II
    12v first. Then the expensive stuff.
     
    #8 kenoarto, Aug 31, 2015
    Salvage09 likes this.
  9. dolj

    dolj Senior Member

    Joined:
    May 14, 2012
    7,855
    3,968
    0
    Location:
    Wellington, New Zealand
    Vehicle:
    2007 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    Actually, in your other thread you were advised to replace the 12 V battery (you know, the small 12 V one in the right rear fender) first and foremost.

    2005 toyota prius. Emergency light on dash. codes found please help! | Post #5 | PriusChat

    Why start another thead asking the same question? Were you hoping to get different answers?
     
    #9 dolj, Aug 31, 2015
    Last edited: Sep 1, 2015
    Salvage09 and Delacerda.diegofelipe like this.
  10. JC91006

    JC91006 Senior Member

    Joined:
    Nov 10, 2013
    16,525
    8,428
    0
    Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
    Vehicle:
    2008 Prius
    Model:
    II
    is this car salvaged?
     
    #10 JC91006, Aug 31, 2015
  11. Delacerda.diegofelipe

    Delacerda.diegofelipe New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 29, 2015
    7
    0
    0
    Location:
    san francisco
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    Two
    your right im sorry. i did happen to get quite a few more responses with a similar result this time but i shouldnt abuse this site
     
    #11 Delacerda.diegofelipe, Sep 1, 2015
  12. Delacerda.diegofelipe

    Delacerda.diegofelipe New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 29, 2015
    7
    0
    0
    Location:
    san francisco
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    Two
    thank you everyone for your responses i highly appreciate it. First thing tomorrow i will check and replace the 12 v. and then take it from there
     
    #12 Delacerda.diegofelipe, Sep 1, 2015
  13. Delacerda.diegofelipe

    Delacerda.diegofelipe New Member

    Joined:
    Aug 29, 2015
    7
    0
    0
    Location:
    san francisco
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    Two
    no it had one prior owner. im going to check and replace the 12v as soon as tomorrow
     
    #13 Delacerda.diegofelipe, Sep 1, 2015
  14. strawbrad

    strawbrad http://minnesotahybridbatteries.com

    Joined:
    Aug 9, 2011
    953
    1,002
    0
    Location:
    Minnesota
    Vehicle:
    2005 Prius
    Model:
    II
    CALL TOYOTA!
    Ask for the date your car was placed in service, that means the day the original owner purchased the car. If it is after Sept 1, 2005 you could get a free battery under warranty.

    Brad
     
    #14 strawbrad, Sep 1, 2015
    Delacerda.diegofelipe and daisy555 like this.
  15. dolj

    dolj Senior Member

    Joined:
    May 14, 2012
    7,855
    3,968
    0
    Location:
    Wellington, New Zealand
    Vehicle:
    2007 Prius
    Model:
    N/A
    A free HV battery under warranty. You still need to replace the 12 V, in any case, on your dime.
     
    #15 dolj, Sep 1, 2015
  16. Kurzweil

    Kurzweil Member

    Joined:
    Aug 1, 2012
    109
    34
    0
    Location:
    Atlanta
    Vehicle:
    2010 Prius
    Model:
    III
    Some have had decent results using an inexpensive motorcycle or mobility battery. Maybe just as a test, since you may subsequently junk the car. I believe the cost difference may be in how venting is accomplished, a minimal issue in my opinion. Others may wish to correct me. Cranking amps is actually more important on the motorcycle than on this car.
     
    #16 Kurzweil, Sep 4, 2015
  17. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

    Joined:
    May 11, 2005
    110,156
    50,059
    0
    Location:
    boston
    Vehicle:
    2012 Prius Plug-in
    Model:
    Plug-in Base
    also, lawn tractor battery. cheap money at lowe's.
     
    #17 bisco, Sep 4, 2015
(You must log in or sign up to post here.)